Wicked star Marissa Bode calls out ableist jokes about her character's disability, sparking debate around on-screen representation and sensitivity
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Bode posted a TikTok video highlighting the difference between 'goofy, harmless' house jokes and 'deeply uncomfortable' comments targeting Nessarose's disability
Industry insiders are divided on the line between comedy and insensitivity, with some arguing that disability should be fair game for jokes while others demand more thoughtful portrayals
Wicked star Marissa Bode calls out ableist jokes about her character's disability, sparking debate around on-screen representation and sensitivity
beat sheet
Bode posted a TikTok video highlighting the difference between 'goofy, harmless' house jokes and 'deeply uncomfortable' comments targeting Nessarose's disability
Industry insiders are divided on the line between comedy and insensitivity, with some arguing that disability should be fair game for jokes while others demand more thoughtful portrayals